Gateron Red (KS-9)
The lightest of the classic Gateron color linears at 45gf. Smoother than Cherry MX Red but benefits from a hand lube.
Actuation force
45 gf
Bottom-out force
55 gf
Pre-travel
2 mm
Total travel
4 mm
| Type | Linear |
| Brand | Gateron |
| Mount | 5-pin |
| Factory lubed | No |
| Stem | POM |
| Top housing | Polycarbonate |
| Bottom housing | Nylon |
| Spring | Gold-plated, 15mm |
| Sound | Light, higher-pitched clack, fairly quiet. |
| Price tier | $ |
Building with the Gateron Red (KS-9)?
I hand-build small-batch programmable macropads (QMK/VIA) in Barcelona, and repair keyboard PCBs. Pick your switch, pick your layout with the Shortcut Library, and stop reaching for chords.
Gateron Red (KS-9) FAQs
Is the Gateron Red (KS-9) linear, tactile or clicky?
The Gateron Red (KS-9) is a linear switch. Light, easy-to-press linear with slightly more scratch than the Yellow.
How heavy is the Gateron Red (KS-9)?
It actuates at about 45 grams-force and bottoms out around 55 gf.
Is the Gateron Red (KS-9) good for gaming or typing?
Gamers who want the lightest common Gateron linear for fast key presses.